Alternate forms of a gene or DNA sequence (genetic variant) at a particular chromosome location.
For example, different alleles of the ABO gene on human chromosome 9 determine ABO blood type.
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Hitler's DNA has been identified and sequenced for the first time. Senior science writer, Dr Matteo Cortese, reviews a BBC programme investigating what the DNA reveals about Hitler's heritage – discussing the technology at its core: polygenic scores...
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